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TMC to Protest May 21 Against Demolition Drives in West Bengal
TMC announces May 21 protest against demolition drive in West Bengal
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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) plans to hold protests on May 21 in response to ongoing demolition drives in West Bengal, specifically in Ballygunge and Sealdah. Party leaders criticized the government's actions, linking them to post-poll violence and asserting the need for constitutional governance.
- 01Protests will occur at Ballygunge and Sealdah on May 21, as announced by TMC leader Kunal Ghosh.
- 02TMC candidate Jahangir Khan's withdrawal from the Falta constituency was described as a personal decision, unrelated to party directives.
- 03D Raja of the Communist Party of India condemned the use of bulldozers for anti-encroachment drives, urging adherence to constitutional principles.
- 04BJP MLA Bhaskar Bhattacharya defended the demolition actions, stating they target TMC's alleged malpractices.
- 05A demolition drive in Howrah was conducted under heavy security to remove unauthorized structures near the railway station.
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The Trinamool Congress (TMC) has announced a protest scheduled for May 21 against demolition drives taking place in West Bengal, particularly in Ballygunge and Sealdah. TMC leader Kunal Ghosh stated that the protests are a response to what they perceive as government overreach following post-poll violence in the state. The party's internal discussions also addressed the recent withdrawal of TMC candidate Jahangir Khan from the Falta constituency, which Ghosh characterized as a personal decision not reflective of party policy. Meanwhile, D Raja, General Secretary of the Communist Party of India, criticized the use of bulldozers during anti-encroachment operations, emphasizing the need for the government to act within constitutional boundaries. In contrast, BJP MLA Bhaskar Bhattacharya defended the demolitions as necessary actions against TMC's alleged malpractices. The demolition drive in Howrah was conducted with significant police presence to ensure order while clearing unauthorized constructions.
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The protests may mobilize local communities against government actions, potentially affecting public sentiment and future political dynamics in West Bengal.
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